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RNA-Seq – News and Features

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Bird Brains Evolved Independently From Mammals

New studies show that bird and mammal brains evolved separately, with distinct genetic programs and developmental mechanisms. Researchers found that these species developed similar functions through different evolutionary paths.
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New Biomarker Predicts Cancer Aggressiveness

Researchers at Fred Hutch and MD Anderson discovered RNA Polymerase II on histone genes as a biomarker for cancer aggressiveness. Using CUTAC technology, they accurately predicted tumor severity and recurrence in meningioma and breast cancer.
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What the Genital Microbiome Reveals After Sex

A new study reveals that sexual partners exchange unique bacterial signatures, detectable even when DNA evidence is absent. Researchers propose using this "sexome" as a forensic tool to identify perpetrators in sexual assault cases.
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A Single Amino Acid Change Makes Breast Cancer Cells More Aggressive

New research has found that changes to the intermediate filament (IF) protein, vimentin, were found to promote tumor growth.
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New Understanding of Neural Stem Cell Activation in Adult Brains

New research has revealed important insights into the activation dynamics of neural stem cells.
Ibra Fancher, assistant professor of kinesiology and applied physiology at the University of Delaware, works with adipose tissue samples in his lab.
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Gene Discovery Sheds Light on Obesity’s Impact and Potential Treatments

Researchers have discovered significant differences in gene expression in adipose tissue, more commonly known as fat. Formerly considered fat storage, adipose tissue is now recognized as a vital endocrine organ.
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Co-Located Cell Types Help Drive Aggressive Brain Tumors

A type of aggressive, treatment-resistant brain tumor has a distinct population of immune cells that support its growth, a new study has found.
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Oxytocin Neurons Key to Social Deficits in Autism

RIKEN neuroscientists found oxytocin-secreting neurons are selectively impaired in an autism mouse model, affecting social behavior. Stimulating these neurons postnatally restored oxytocin levels and improved social traits into adulthood.
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Organoids, Beyond the Hype

The HUMANOID Center at UC San Diego is pioneering organoid research aimed at improving the reliability and reproducibility of these models, ultimately increasing drug testing accuracy and revolutionizing biomedical science.
Cancer stem cells.
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Potential New Childhood Brain Cancer Holds Promise Against Treatment-Resistant Tumors

A new study reveals that the experimental drug CT-179 targets OLIG2-positive cancer stem cells, preventing tumor recurrence in medulloblastoma. Preclinical trials show the drug crosses the blood-brain barrier and enhances radiotherapy.
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